Ixtapa

$205+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Ixtapa (ZIH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — ZIH
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Ixtapa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Ixtapa flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$420
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$205
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$601
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl flight deals.
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From Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
One-way flight from Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Ixtapa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Ixtapa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/266:00 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop7h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/23:40 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop9h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$435
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/266:00 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop7h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/23:40 pmZIH - SFO
2 stops16h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/157:04 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Thu 8/211:13 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/29$475
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/111:59 pmSFO - ZIH
1 stop12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/224:25 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$490
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/167:04 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 46mAeromexico
Wed 7/238:37 amZIH - SFO
2 stops14h 30mAeromexico
Deal found 4/29$512
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/111:23 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/69:50 amZIH - SFO
2 stops13h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$522
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1312:43 amSFO - ZIH
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/2112:40 pmZIH - SFO
1 stop11h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$556

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Ixtapa that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Ixtapa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 6/2

3:40 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 39m

$435

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Mon 6/2

3:40 pm-7:39 am

2 stops16h 59m

$453

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

7:04 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 7/12

8:37 am-10:51 pm

2 stops15h 14m

$488

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 7/15

6:45 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops17h 23m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 7/19

1:51 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops10h 51m

$494

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

7:04 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Wed 7/23

8:37 am-10:07 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$512

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

11:23 am-2:30 pm

1 stop26h 07m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Fri 6/6

9:50 am-10:24 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$522

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Fri 6/13

12:43 am-11:49 am

1 stop10h 06m

Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl

Sat 6/21

12:40 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$556

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

2:18 pm-6:40 pm

3 stops51h 22m

$205

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$245

San FranciscoIxtapa

SFO - ZIH

SFOZIH

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:40 am-7:24 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$246

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Ixtapa

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Ixtapa. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Salinas to Ixtapa is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Salinas to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $647). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from S9N to ZIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Ixtapa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Ixtapa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ixtapa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ixtapa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ixtapa. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Salinas to Ixtapa by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ixtapa from Salinas?

    Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl (ZIH), located 9.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Salinas to Ixtapa. 6 airlines have flights to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl from Salinas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Salinas to Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Ixtapa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Hawaiian Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $245. Users have also found prices from $246 and $328 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Salinas to Ixtapa? While on average our users pay $632, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $478. The most popular route (San Francisco - Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Intl), is priced around $420.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Ixtapa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Ixtapa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Ixtapa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Ixtapa (average of $548). Flying from Salinas to Ixtapa in October is currently the most expensive (average of $647). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Salinas to Ixtapa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$358Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$381Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$416Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$486Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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